Parks & Recreation
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KaBOOM! Recognizes Mercer Island as a "Playful City USA" for the Second Year in a Row!
Celebrate by visiting a park, ride a bike, take a swim, go outside and recreate!
Get Out and Play!
fun things to do: www.myparksandrecreation.com
play structures
athletic fields
sport and athletic courts
hiking, biking and equestrian trails
Community Center at Mercer View
boating Programs at Luther Burbank Park
outdoor play
"The Mercer Island Parks and Recreation Department takes pride in providing the highest quality facilities and services in partnership with the community to enhance livability on Mercer Island."
Comprehensive and diverse services include recreation, athletic, social, art, special event, park and facility operations/maintenance, open space acquisition, urban forestry management and other services.
Services are provided to preschool age children, youth, teen, adult, family and senior populations through partnerships with community agencies, businesses and institutions. |
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With over 35 parks and open space areas boasting over 400 acres and trails in excess of 50 miles, the Department maintains
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Parks & Recreation Director Recruitment
The City of Mercer Island is seeking a Parks and Recreation Director to carry out the vision and principles of the City in a manner that is respectful, accessible, flexible and reliable to both internal and external customers. As such, the Director of Parks and Recreation reports directly to the City Manager and serves as part of the City’s Executive Management Team (made up of nine department directors, the Deputy City Manager and City Manager). The Parks and Recreation Director has oversight for day-to-day operations of the Department and for a full-time staff of 16 FTEs. In addition, the Department employs approximately 50 part-time/summer personnel. The Director is also required to develop and present to Council the Department’s annual operating budget of $4.8 million.
The closing date for this position is November 10, 2009. To be considered for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume by applying on line at www.govjobstoday.com. Visit our website for more information about the City of Mercer Island at www.mercergov.org.
Following the filing date, resumes will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this brochure. Candidates selected for the interview process will be notified and reference checks will follow after receiving candidates’ permission. The initial interview process will be held at the City of Mercer Island on December 14th and 15th. The interview process will span two days. Finalists will be identified for a final interview with the City Manager who will make a job offer.
For more information, contact Kryss Segle, Human Resources Director at kryss.segle@mercergov.org or (206)275-7792.
Click here to download the Recruitment Brochure
Highlights
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As of January 1, 2009, The Parks and Recreation Department implemented new facility rental fees for the Community Center at Mercer View and for ballfields and outdoor special event spaces.
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City of Mercer Island Parks Safety Net Program with Northwest Parks Foundation:
New Parks Gift Catalogue ~ ‘Gifts. . .from the Heart’
As part of City of Mercer Island Parks Safety Net program, a twelve-page parks gift catalogue - ‘Gifts. . .from the Heart’ identifies park and recreation needs and to promote planned giving through gifts of cash, property or other securities to enhance the quality of life and invest in the community’s future. Read more...
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Calendar Events
Argosy Christmas Ship
Thursday, December 03, 2009Argosy Christmas Ship Festival
Join us in a community welcome of Argosy’s Spirit of Seattle- the official Christmas Ship decorated in hundreds of glimmering white lights and miles of holiday garland. This event is much earlier this year….a great way to kick off the holiday season! On the Chri... Read more...
Holiday Tree Lighting and Firehouse Munch
Friday, December 04, 2009Holiday Tree Lighting & Firehouse Munch
Gather with your family, friends and neighbors for an evening of holiday merriment at the community tree lighting ceremony and community sing along at Mercerdale Park at 7pm on Friday, December 4th. Santa photos, treats and children’s entertainment ... Read more...
Play Away the Winter Blues
Sunday, January 10, 2010Play Away the Winter Blues!
Join us as we take over the indoor gymnasium and PLAY AWAY the winter blues. Turn off the televisions, computers, and video game systems for some good old fashioned PLAY. A variety of fun play equipment and games will fill the gym so families of all ages can play t... Read more...
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RFPs & Bids
2009 Middle School Ballfields Turf Project
Wednesday, November 18, 2009 - 8:30 AM
CITY OF MERCER ISLAND, WASHINGTON
2009 Middle School Ballfields Turf XP905C
DATE OF BID OPENING: December 2, 2009
TIME: 2:00 pm
Sealed bids for the 2009 Middle School Ballfields Turf XP905C will be received by the City of Mercer Island at the DSG Permit Counter, 96... Read more...
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